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At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work - and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history.Northrop Grumman's Chief Information Office is seeking a motivated Windows Systems Administrator in the Oklahoma City area ready to gain and apply enterprise-wide experience to ensure the security, reliability, and availability of multiple systems/platforms in support of our Nation's defense.The selected candidate will be required to work on-site, full-time at our Oklahoma City, OK campus . Roles and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Maintaining operations of multi-user Windows network services.
Providing technical support for Windows systems and associated networks.
Installing, troubleshooting, servicing, and repairing Windows servers and workstations.
Instructing and assisting users in the use of workstations and networks.
Installing, upgrading/patching, monitoring, problem resolution, and configuration management of systems.
Developing and documenting technical processes and procedures as needed.
Providing backup and recovery services; managing file systems and disk space; and managing virus protection on a routine basis.
Investigate information, network, and communications needs of users, and make recommendations regarding software and hardware purchases.
Coordinating actions with users, IT staff, server administrators, network engineers, and IT management.
Recommending and implementing system/process enhancements to improve performance and reliability of the system.
Reviewing trouble ticket queues to identify issues that need to be addressed.
Working through the ticket queue without intervening management direction (self-motivated).
Resolving tickets within established SLAs and raising issues that require management attention or involvement.
Establishing and maintaining high levels of customer satisfaction.
Participating in new installations, testing and special projects as needed.
Exhibiting good communication skills, an energetic approach, and patience with customers.
Complete understanding and wide application of technical principle, theories, and concepts in the field. General knowledge of other related disciplines.
Provide technical solutions to a wide range of complex difficult problems. Solutions are imaginative, thorough, practicable, and consistent with organization objectives.
Works under only general direction. Independently determines and develops approach to solutions. Work is reviewed upon completion for adequacy in meeting objectives.
Contributes to the completion of specific programs and projects. Failure to obtain results or erroneous decisions or recommendations would typically result in serious program delays and considerable expenditure of resources.
Frequent inter-organizational and outside customer contacts. Represents the organization in providing solutions to difficult technical issues associated with specific projects.
Lifting equipment weighing up to 40 pounds.
Ability to work after hours and weekends as needed.
Note: Due to the classified nature of the work being performed, this position does not offer any virtual or telecommute working options. Applicants are encouraged to apply, only if they are willing to work on-site.This position may be filled at a higher level based on the qualifications listed below.Basic Qualifications for a Level 2:
Associate's degree and 4 years of experience OR Bachelor's degree and 2 years of experience OR Master's degree and 0 years of experience; 6 years of experience may be considered in lieu of completed degree.
IAT Level II certification (ex. Security+ CE) or greater.
Active DoD Secret clearance.
Ability to be cleared to special access programs.
Experience managing Windows Server OS in a domain architecture.
Experience with designing Windows domain architectures, including but not limited to Active Directory, GPOs, Policies, and permissions.
Basic Qualifications for a Level 3:
Associate's degree and 7 years of experience OR Bachelor's degree and 5 years of experience OR Master's degree and 3 years of experience; 9 years of experience may be considered in lieu of completed degree.
IAT Level II certification (ex. Security+ CE) or greater.
Active DoD Secret clearance.
Ability to be cleared to special access programs.
Experience managing Windows Server OS in a domain architecture.
Experience with designing Windows domain architectures, including but not limited to Active Directory, GPOs, Policies, and permissions.
Preferred Qualifications:
Bachelor of Science or other technical based degree.
DoD Top Secret clearance.
Experience operating under and managing systems within NISPOM Chapter 8, DCID 6/3-ICD 503, RMF, STIG, JAFAN, or JSIG information system environments
Experience installing, configuring, and maintaining computer hardware in a networked enterprise environment
Linux/Windows Server management experience
Networking experience, including subnets, routing and VLANs; Cisco experience and/or certification
Solid understanding of Enterprise-level storage concepts
Windows Active Directory, LDAP, VMWare, and knowledge of SAN storage systems
Linux Operating System experience and/or certification for current versions
VMWare (current version) experience
Red Hat Satellite Server, Ansible experience
Familiarity of enterprise backup solutions and disaster recovery methodologies
ESCSOESWindowsAdminSalary Range: $63,000 - $94,600Salary Range 2: $77,700 - $116,500The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions.Employees may be eligible for a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.Northrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO/AA and Pay Transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO . U.S. Citizenship is required for most positions.
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